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Ibumol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Ibumol have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Ibumol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Ibumol also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ibumol as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ibumol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ibumol is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Ibumol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ibumol related warnings section.
Ibumol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ibumol contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Ibumol have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Ibumol, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Ibumol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Ibumol safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ibumol. It is best to stop taking Ibumol immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ibumol safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Ibumol. Immediately discontinue Ibumol if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Ibumol on the Kidneys?
Ibumol rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ibumol on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ibumol on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ibumol on the Heart?
Ibumol is rarely harmful for the heart.
Ibumol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ibumol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ibumol habit forming or addictive?
Ibumol is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Ibumol since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Ibumol should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ibumol is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ibumol
Taking Ibumol with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ibumol
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ibumol and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Ibumol is available in the form of a tablet, chewable tablet, suspension and drops, and syrup. Prescription Ibumol is taken every 4 to 6 hours for arthritis and pain. Adults and children older than 12 years may take non-prescription Ibumol every 4 to 6 hours. Children and infants may be given Ibumol every 6 to 8 hours. It is important to take Ibumol with food or milk so as to prevent stomach upset. If you are taking Ibumol every day, remember to take it at the same time. Ibumol is also available in combination with other drugs for treating cold and cough. If you have prescribed a combination containing Ibumol, do not take any non-prescription drug containing Ibumol as it might cause overdosage. Shake the drops and suspensions well before use.
Yes, it is safe to use the Ibumol for as long as it is prescribed by a doctor. However, in some people it may cause some adverse reactions in which case, they should immediately speak to their doctor.
Ibumol should be taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Longterm use is associated with various adverse effects like stomach upset, kidney damage, heart problems, etc., therefore, stop the usage if you experience any adverse effect.
Yes, Ibumol is safe to be used in children. It is the only drug which is approved to be used in children over 3 months of age. It has a good tolerability profile in children because of which it is used for the management of inflammation, mild pains, and fever in them. The pediatrician will direct you the correct dose and way to give it to your child.
Yes, the risk of a heart disease increases with the intake of Ibumol, especially during a long-term use, in comparison to those people who do not use Ibumol. The drug should be avoided if you have had a history heart attack or cardiac ailments. You must inform your doctor if someone in your family had a heart attack or a stroke, if you smoke, or if you have ever had high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes. Call for the emergency help right away if you experience slurred speech, shortness of breath, chest pain or weakness in one side of the body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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